The Biosphere
What is the biosphere?
The part of Earth where life exists. (Bio = Life)
Name one type of biome.
Desert, Grassland, Forest, Tundra, Freshwater, Marine.
What is camouflage?
When animals blend into their environment.
What is climate?
The average weather in an area over a long time.
Which biome covers about 70% of Earth’s surface?
The ocean (marine biome).
Name one of the 4 Earth systems that interact with the biosphere.
Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Geosphere / Lithosphere Biosphere.
Which biome is the largest on Earth?
The marine biome (oceans).
Why do cacti have thick stems?
To store water.
Which biome has hot, wet weather all year round?
Tropical rainforest.
What biome do we live in here (adjust for your region)?
Example: Temperate deciduous forest.
True or False – The biosphere includes oceans, land, and the atmosphere.
True.
DAILY DOUBLE!
Which biome has the most biodiversity?
The tropical rainforest.
Name an animal that hibernates in winter.
Bear, bat, groundhog, etc.
What is precipitation?
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the fastest land animal in the grasslands?
The cheetah.
Why is the biosphere important for life? (Think of what it provides, 4 essentials)
It provides resources like air, water, food, and shelter.
Which biome has frozen soil called permafrost?
The tundra.
What is an adaptation?
A trait that helps a plant or animal survive in its environment.
Which biome has four distinct seasons?
Temperate forest.
Which biome has the tallest trees?
Temperate rainforest (redwoods) or tropical rainforest.
What two things do all living organisms need to survive?
Hint: Starts with an E and an N.
Energy and nutrients.
Why do deserts get so little rainfall?
Hint: Think what the water cycle would be like without water
They are located in areas where dry air sinks, preventing rain.
Give an example of an animal adapted to the desert.
Camel – stores fat in its hump and conserves water.
Why is the equator warmer than the poles?
It receives more direct sunlight.
True or False – All deserts are hot.
False. (Some are cold, like the Gobi or Antarctic desert).